First of all, it should be noted that a sample was created on the basis of the Tavor machine gun, that is, the main feature of this weapon is the bullpup layout. From the point of view of reducing the size of the machine, this is really a plus, but the ease of use of the weapon remains in question, since this layout gives the weapon a lot of flaws that, of course, need to be somehow addressed. One of the main drawbacks of weapons in the bullpup layout is that the release of a spent cartridge case occurs in close proximity to the shooter’s face. This not only makes shooting gas unpleasant because of the powder gases, but also virtually excludes the use of weapons when shooting from the left shoulder, since in such a case the shells will be thrown not just close to the face, but actually just before the bow. It should be borne in mind that the need to use his left hand is not only a problem of left-handers, but also the real need of any soldier who was behind the shelter to his right, well, do not lean out waist-high because of the shelter to fire. This problem was decided by the designers of Versia Military Desing quite traditionally, without further elaboration on how to implement a shotgun release, they just made it possible to switch between the shotgun release windows located on the left and right sides of the weapon. Unfortunately, it is impossible to say exactly how this has been implemented so far; it is not known whether incomplete disassembly of a weapon is required for switching. However, visually there are no switches on the Meron machine for this matter, so either I look inattentively or the task is not completely solved by the designers. In order for the weapon to be convenient for both right-handed and left-handed, the fire mode switch is duplicated on both sides of the machine, which is also the weapon fuse switch. Three-position switch: “Fuse”, “Single fire”, “Automatic fire”. In addition, the handle of the machine is also duplicated on both sides. In addition to these controls, on both sides of the weapon you can find sliders to disassemble the weapon.
An interesting point is that the weapon has an adjustable butt butt, so to speak, for the bullpup layout. It represents a retractable part with push-button fixation, the buttons are located on both sides of the weapon. The cheek stop is also implemented in the same way, which is also height adjustable. The sighting devices of the weapon are open, folding, mounted on a Picatinny-type plate, and additional sighting devices can be mounted on it. In addition to the main strap attachment, on both sides of the weapon there are also additional short ones. Handguards as such, the machine Meron does not have, instead of it a plastic lining is installed, which plays the role of an additional handle or rather an emphasis to hold the weapon. Under this overlay there is a seat for a grenade launcher, as well as a full-fledged handle, which is designed to make them more convenient to use separate models of grenade launchers. In general, it seems to me personally that without this plastic lining the weapon would be more convenient.The most important feature of the weapon, which immediately catches the eye, is the Meron grip. It is not located at the top of the weapon, as is usually the case, but at the bottom, connecting the pistol grip and an additional hidden grip to hold it. The same handle to hold, according to the designers, assumes the duties of the safety bracket, so they decided to give it up, making the trigger large enough. Perhaps this decision will be convenient if the shooter has an excessive size of his hands or his hands are protected by very thick gloves, but the safety of the weapon, it seems to me, has suffered. Comparing with the same Tavor, immediately increases the size of the contour formed by the arms with the handles and the carrying handle.
The machine shop is fixed with a spring-loaded button behind it. The angle of inclination is such that it ensures the most reliable supply of ammunition, as well as the convenience of its insertion and extraction. The statement is, of course, more than debatable, since, like it or not, this is, by and large, a matter of habit. In general, the location of controls seems quite convenient, so the designers have really tried very hard at something.The weapon is powered by the same 5,56x45, so to say that the Meron machine will differ in its characteristics from other similar samples. Nevertheless, representatives of the company keep saying about the uniqueness and effectiveness of their weapons without stopping, even involuntarily you begin to think, and suddenly a miracle really happened, but remembering the laws of the market, you quickly go down to the ground, because everyone knows that the louder the advertisement, the more ordinary the product. According to the company, they seriously expect to compete with their model with the best models of small arms, which is quite likely if the money for the promotion of weapons does not run out. Still, whatever one may say, but the cartridge is still the same from which it was already squeezed, if not the maximum, then came close to this. Perhaps, of course, it is still too early to make such statements, but, in my opinion, this machine is still the same Tavor, but wrapped in a different wrapper and presented as a new weapon. It is possible that for someone the new Meron machine will seem really super convenient, but for some reason I am sure that this will be a completely different number of people, different from what Versia Military Desing is counting on.
Let me remind you once again that new weapons and their final characteristics are unknown, most likely, even within the company. The same article does not claim to be a full review of weapons, it is still far from it, but just thinking out loud.
Based on raigap.livejournal.com